Ryobi RY40601 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

40 VOLT

HEDGE TRIMMER

TAILLE-HAIES 40 V

PODADORA DE SETOS DE 40 V

RY40601

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Ce taille-haies a été conçu et fabriqué conformément à nos strictes

normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité d’utilisation.

Correctement entretenu, cet outil vous donnera des années de

fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.

AVERTISSEMENT : Pour réduire les risques de

blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre le

manuel d’utilisation avant d’employer ce produit.

Merci de votre achat.

Su podadora de setos ha sido diseñado y fabricado de conformidad

con nuestras estrictas normas para brindar fiabilidad, facilidad

de uso y seguridad para el operador. Con el debido cuidado, le

brindará muchos años de sólido funcionamiento y sin problemas.

ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones,

el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes

de usar este producto.

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Your hedge trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and

operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using

this product.

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WARNING

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to

follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric

shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-

operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)

power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases

or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the

dust or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a

power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify

the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with

earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and

matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces

such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body

is earthed or grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric

shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,

pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away

from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged

or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter

(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk

of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a

power tool while you are tired or under the influence

of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention

while operating power tools may result in serious personal

injury.

Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye

protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,

non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection

used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal

injuries.

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in

the off-position before connecting to power source

and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or

energising power tools that have the switch on invites

accidents.

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

all times. This enables better control of the power tool in

unexpected situations.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving

parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught

in moving parts.

If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are

connected and properly used. Use of dust collection

can reduce dust-related hazards.

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long

hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn

into air vents.

Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, or unstable support.

Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control

of the power tool in unexpected situations.

 Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and

gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants,

sandals, or go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application. The correct power tool will

do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

designed.

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

the battery pack from the power tool before making

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing

power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and

do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool

or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power

tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

other condition that may affect the power tool’s

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained

cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to

bind and are easier to control.

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,

in accordance with these instructions, taking into

account the working conditions and the work to be

performed. Use of the power tool for operations different

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

Recharge only with the charger specified by the

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type

of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with

another battery pack.

Use power tools only with specifically designated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create

a risk of injury and fire.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from

other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,

screws or other small metal objects, that can make a

connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the

battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from

the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally

occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,

additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the

battery may cause irritation or burns.

SERVICE

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts. This will

ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade.

Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut

when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off

when clearing jammed material. Blades coast after

turn off. A moment of inattention while operating the

hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.

Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter

blade stopped. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will

reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.

Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces

only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden

wiring or its own cord. Cutter blades contacting a “live”

wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool

“live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

DANGER — Keep hands away from blade. Contact

with blade will result in serious personal injury.

WARNING — Only use with handle and guard properly

assembled to hedge trimmer. The use of the hedge trim-

mer without the proper guard or handle provided may

result in serious personal injury.

Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer.

Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in

serious personal injury.

Before starting the hedge trimmer, make sure the blade

is not in contact with any object.

Stop the unit, remove the battery pack, and make sure

the blade has stopped before setting the unit down.

 Never cut any material with a diameter larger than

3/4 in.

Always stop the motor when cutting is delayed or when

walking from one cutting location to another.

Keep unit clean of grass clippings and other materials.

They may become lodged in the cutting blades.

If hedge trimmer is equipped with a debris remover, do

not use the debris remover as a gripping surface.

Store the unit inside in a dry place, either locked up or up

high to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep out

of the reach of children or untrained individuals.

Replace blade cover when unit is not in use.

Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other

liquid. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from debris.

Clean after each use; see storage instructions.

Secure the unit while transporting.

Battery operated units do not have to be plugged into an

electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating

condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when unit

is not operating.

Remove the battery pack before making any adjustments,

cleaning, storing, or removing material from the unit, or

when not in use.

When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer al-

ways fit the cutting device cover.

Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation

the cable may be hidden in shrubs and can be acciden-

tally cut by the blade.

Use only with charger listed. For use with 40 V lithium-ion

battery packs, see tool/appliance/battery pack/charger

correlation supplement 988000-842.

 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use

them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan

someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

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SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper

interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read Operator’s Manual

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand

operator’s manual before using this product.

Eye Protection

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply

with ANSI Z87.1.

Wet Conditions Alert Do not use in wet or damp locations.

Rain Symbol Do not expose to rain.

No Hands Symbol

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result

in serious personal injury.

Keep Tool Away from Electrical

Lines/Keep Bystanders Away

DANGER! Risk of electrocution! Keep tool 50 feet away from

electrical lines. Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.

Gloves

Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling

the blades.

Operate With Two Hands Hold and operate the hedge trimmer properly with both hands.

Moving Parts Keep hands away from moving parts.

Electric Shock

Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices

can result in electric shock.

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result

in death or serious injury.

WARNING:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE:

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related to an

injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage.

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SYMBOLS

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Motor ................................................................ 40 Volts DC

Blade Length .............................................................. 24 in.

Cutting Capacity...............................................up to 3/4 in.

Cutting Speed ............................................ 3,000 cuts/min.

Weight ................................................................... 6.15 lbs.

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of

the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as

well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before

use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating

features and safety rules.

BLADE COVER

The blade cover keeps the operator from coming in contact

with the sharp blades when the tool is not in use. It also helps

keep the blades from being nicked or damaged when the

tool is in storage.

HEDGE SWEEP DEBRIS REMOVER

When installed, the Hedge Sweep debris remover makes

removal of cut debris easier.

GUARD

The guard helps to deflect chips or other debris away from

the operator’s hands.

LOCK-OUT BUTTON

The lock-out button prevents unintentional starting of the

hedge trimmer.

REAR HANDLE WITH OVERMOLD

Rear handle overmold provides added user comfort.

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper

interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

Recycle Symbol

This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or

federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash.

Consult your local waste authority for information regarding

available recycling and/or disposal options.

V Volts Voltage

hrs Hours Time

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

n

o

No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

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ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product has been shipped completely assembled.

 Carefully remove the product and any accessories from

the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list

are included.

WARNING:

Do not use this product if it is not completely assembled

or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged. Use of

a product that is not properly and completely assembled

could result in serious personal injury.

 Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage

or damage occurred during shipping.

 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-

fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-800-860-4050 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Hedge Trimmer

Blade Cover

Hedge Sweep Debris Remover

Operator’s Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this

product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product

with damaged or missing parts could result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-

sories not recommended for use with this product. Any

such alteration or modification is misuse and could result

in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious

personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the

product when assembling parts.

OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you

careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is

sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in

objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible

serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-

mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of

attachments or accessories not recommended can result

in serious personal injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this product for the purpose listed below:

Trimming and shaping hedges and shrubbery

Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,

missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc.

Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate

this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.

Please call 1-800-860-4050 or contact an authorized service

center for assistance.

INSTALLING HEDGE SWEEP DEBRIS

REMOVER

See Figure 2.

NOTE: Always wear non-slip, heavy-duty gloves when

installing or removing the debris remover.

 Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer.

 Place the hedge trimmer on a sturdy flat surface.

 Align the angled edge of the debris remover with the

grooves on the guide bar.

 Slide the remover completely onto the guide bar so the

angled edge of the remover rests beneath the guard.

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore,

switch should always be locked with hands free of the

lock-out button when not in use. Remove battery pack

when transporting or carrying hedge trimmer to avoid

accidental starting, which could result in serious injury.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE HEDGE

TRIMMER

See Figure 4.

To start:

 Remove the blade cover.

 Press and hold the lock-out button.

 Depress the switch trigger.

 Release the lock-out button. Continue to depress the

switch trigger for extended operation.

To stop:

 Release the switch trigger to stop the hedge trimmer.

 Upon release of the switch trigger, the lock-out button

will automatically reset to the locked position.

HOLDING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

See Figure 5.

The unit has both a front and rear handle. With the blade

directed away from you, hold the unit by both handles.

WARNING:

Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handles.

Never hold shrubs with one hand and operate the hedge

trimmer with the other. Improper operation of the hedge

trimmer could result in serious injury.

CUTTING TIPS

See Figures 6 - 7.

DANGER:

Never cut near electric cords or lines. If blade jams on

any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE!

IT CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY

DANGEROUS. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by

the insulated rear handle or lay it down and away from

you in a safe manner. Disconnect the electrical service

to the damaged line or cord before attempting to free

the blade from the line or cord. Contact with the blade,

other conductive parts of the hedge trimmer, or live elec-

tric cords or lines will result in death by electrocution or

serious injury.

WARNING:

Never use the debris remover as a handle or attempt to

hold or guide the hedge trimmer by gripping the debris

remover. Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer

handles. Improper handling of hedge trimmer could result

in serious injury.

This product will accept Ryobi 40 V lithium-ion battery packs.

For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s

Manuals for your Ryobi battery pack and charger models.

BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES

Ryobi lithium-ion batteries are designed with features that

protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize battery life.

If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset and

resume operation. If the tool still does not work, the battery

needs to be recharged.

TO INSTALL/REMOVE BATTERY PACK

See Figure 3.

WARNING:

Always remove battery pack from your tool when you are

assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when

not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent accidental

starting that could cause serious personal injury.

To install:

Place the battery pack in the hedge trimmer. Align the

raised rib on the battery pack with groove in the hedge

trimmer’s battery port.

WARNING:

Make sure the latch on the bottom of the battery pack

snaps in place and the battery pack is fully seated and

secure in the hedge trimmer battery port before begin-

ning operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack

could cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in seri-

ous personal injury.

NOTICE:

When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib

on battery pack aligns with the bottom of the tool and

latches into place properly. Improper installation of the

battery pack can cause damage to internal components.

To remove:

Locate the latch on the bottom of the battery pack and

depress to release the battery pack from the hedge

trimmer.

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OPERATION

WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause

product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in

objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible

serious injury.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the

battery pack from the product before inspecting, cleaning

or performing any maintenance.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,

missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc.

Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate

this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.

Please call 1-800-860-4050 or contact an authorized service

center for assistance.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most

plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of

commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use

clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-

based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact

with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or

destroy plastic which could result in serious personal

injury.

Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be

repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should

be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.

WARNING:

Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all

objects such as cords, lights, wire, or loose string which

can become entangled in the cutting blade and create a

risk of serious personal injury.

 Before starting the hedge trimmer, hold the unit with both

hands with the cutting blades directed away from you.

Always use the hedge trimmer properly.

 Do not force the hedge trimmer through heavy shrubbery.

This can cause the blades to bind and slow down. If the

blades slow down, reduce the pace.

 Do not try to cut stems or twigs that are larger than

3/4 in. thick, or those obviously too large to feed into the

cutting blade. Use a non-powered hand saw or pruning

saw to trim large stems.

 If blades do become jammed, stop the motor, allow the

blades to stop and remove the battery pack before at-

tempting to remove the obstruction.

 If desired, you can use a string to help cut your hedge

level. Decide how high you want the hedge. Then, stretch

a piece of string along the hedge at this height. Trim the

hedge just above this guide line of string. Trim the side

of a hedge so that it will be slightly narrower at the top.

More of the hedge will be exposed when shaped this way,

and it will be more uniform.

 Always hold hedge trimmer with both hands when op-

erating. Use a firm grip on the handles. The unit is used

for cutting in either direction in a slow, sweeping action

from side to side.

 Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly growth.

 When trimming new growth, use a wide sweeping action,

so that the stems are fed directly into the cutting blade.

Older growth will have thicker stems and will be trimmed

easiest by using a sawing movement.

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MAINTENANCE

BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION

FOR RECYCLING

WARNING:

Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with

heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or

disassemble battery pack or remove any of its compo-

nents. Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.

Also, never touch both terminals with metal objects and/

or body parts as short circuit may result. Keep away from

children. Failure to comply with these warnings could

result in fire and/or serious injury.

TRANSPORTING AND STORING

 Remove the battery pack.

 Always place the blade cover on the blade before storing

or transporting the hedge trimmer. Use caution to avoid

the sharp teeth of the blade.

 Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing. Store

the hedge trimmer indoors, in a dry place that is inacces-

sible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such

as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

LUBRICATING THE BLADE

See Figure 8.

WARNING:

Always allow the blades of the hedge trimmer to come

to a stop and remove the battery pack before lubricating.

Failure to do so could result in accidental starting causing

possible serious personal injury.

For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge

trimmer blade before and after each use.

 Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer.

 Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply light weight

machine oil along the edge of the top blade.

NOTE: If you will be using the hedge trimmer for an extended

time, it is advisable to oil the blade periodically.

 Stop the hedge trimmer.

 Remove the battery pack.

 Lubricate the hedge trimmer as described above.

 Reinstall the battery pack and resume use.

SHARPENING THE BLADE

See Figure 9.

 Allow the blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop

in the position shown. This will allow clearance for the

file between the cutter teeth and the guard teeth.

 Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer.

 Clamp the blade assembly in a vise and file the exposed

cutting surface of each blade tooth with an 8 in. smooth

round file, 1/4 in. or 7/32 in. in diameter. Be sure to retain

the original angle of the tooth when filing.

 Remove the hedge trimmer from the vise, replace the

battery pack, and restart the hedge trimmer. Allow the

blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop so that

the unsharpened edges on the other side of the cutter

blade teeth are exposed.

 Remove battery pack from hedge trimmer and repeat the

sharpening procedure as described above.

CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

 Remove the battery pack.

 Slide the blade cover over the blade.

 Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimmer,

using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

 NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic

housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain

aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents

such as kerosene.

 Moisture can cause a shock hazard. Wipe off any moisture

with a soft dry cloth.

 Use a small brush or the air discharge of a small vacuum

cleaner brush to clear dust or debris from the air vents

on the motor housing.

STORING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

See Figure 10.

 Remove the battery pack and store it out of the reach of

children when storing the hedge trimmer.

 Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing. Store

the hedge trimmer in a dry, well-ventilated place that is

inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents

such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

 Always place the blade cover on the cutting blades before

storing.

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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the

original retail purchaser that this RYOBI® brand outdoor

product is free from defect in material and workmanship

and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries

North America, Inc.’s, discretion, any defective product

free of charge within these time periods from the date of

purchase.

 Three years if the product is used for personal, family

or household use;

 90 days, if used for any other purpose, such as

commercial or rental.

This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only

and commences on the date of the original retail purchase.

Any part of this product found in the reasonable judgment

of Techtronic Industries North America, Inc. to be defective

in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced

without charge for parts and labor by an authorized service

center for RYOBI® brand outdoor products (Authorized

Ryobi Service Center).

The product, including any defective part, must be returned

to an authorized Ryobi service center within the warranty

period. The expense of delivering the product to the service

center for warranty work and the expense of returning it

back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid

by the owner. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s,

responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the

required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of

warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the

contract of sale of any RYOBI® brand outdoor product. Proof

of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate

any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed

by an authorized service dealer.

This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date

of original retail purchase for any RYOBI® brand outdoor

product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or

any other income-producing purpose.

This warranty does not cover any product that has been

subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that

has been operated in any way contrary to the operating

instructions as specified in this operator’s manual. This

warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that

is the result of improper maintenance or to any product

that has been altered or modified. The warranty does not

extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the

use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible

with the RYOBI® brand outdoor product or adversely affect

its operation, performance, or durability. In addition, this

warranty does not cover:

A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor

Adjustments, Ignition, Filters

B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting

Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive

Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades,

Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag

and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains

Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the

right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI

® brand

outdoor product without assuming any obligation to modify

any product previously manufactured.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION

TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. ACCORDINGLY,

ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING

MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED

IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF

THE APPROPRIATE THREE-YEAR OR NINETY-DAY

WARRANTY PERIOD. TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES

NORTH AMERICA, INC.’S, OBLIGATION UNDER THIS

WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO

THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS

AND TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA,

INC., DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE

TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW

LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE

LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. TECHTRONIC

INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC., ASSUMES NO

RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,

OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED

TO, EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN

AUTHORIZED RYOBI SERVICE CENTER AND EXPENSE

OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC’S

TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES,

RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME

WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL,

LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS

OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS

OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES DO NOT

ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE

LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This warranty applies to all RYOBI® brand outdoor products

manufactured by or for Techtronic Industries North America,

Inc., and sold in the United States and Canada.

To locate your nearest Authorized Ryobi Service Center,

dial 1-800-860-4050.

WARRANTY

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• PARTS AND SERVICE

Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model

and serial number from the product data plate.

• MODEL NO. ______________________SERIAL NO. __________________________

• HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS:

Replacement parts can be purchased online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling

1-800-860-4050. Replacement parts can also be obtained at one of our Authorized

Service Centers.

• HOW TO LOCATE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER:

Authorized Service Centers can be located online at www.ryobitools.com or by call-

ing 1-800-860-4050.

• HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT:

To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-860-4050.

• Pièces et service

Avant de faire la demande de service ou l’achat de pièces de remplacement, veuillez

obtenir le numéro de série du modèle à partir de la plaque de données du produit.

• NUMÉrO De MODèLe ____________NUMÉRO DE SÉRIE ___________________

• cOMMeNt ObteNir Les Pièces De reMPLaceMeNt :

Les pièces de remplacement peuvent être achetées en ligne sur le site

www.ryobitools.com ou par téléphone au 1-800-860-4050. Les pièces de remplacement

peuvent être obtenues à un de nos centres de service autorisés.

• cOMMeNt trOUver UN ceNtre De service aUtOrisÉ :

Les centres de service autorisés peuvent être localisés en ligne au www.ryobitools.

com ou en téléphonant au 1-800-860-4050.

• cOMMeNt ObteNir De L’aiDe eN cONtactaNt Le service À La cLieNtèLe :

Pour contacter le service à la clientèle pour une question technique ou pour tout autre

renseignement, veuillez nous téléphoner au 1-800-860-4050.

• PIEZAS DE REPUESTO Y SERVICIO

Antes de solicitar servicio técnico o comprar piezas de repuesto, obtenga su modelo

y número de serie de la placa de datos del producto.

• NÚMerO De MODeLO ____________NÚMerO De serie ___________________

• CÓMO OBTENER PIEZAS DE REPUESTO:

Las piezas de repuesto se pueden comprar en nuestro sitio en la red mundial, en la

dirección www.ryobitools.com o llamando al 1-800-860-4050. Las piezas de repuesto

también se pueden obtener en uno de nuestros Centros de Servicio Autorizados.

• CÓMO LOCALIZAR UN CENTRO DE SERVICIO AUTORIZADO:

Puede encontrar los Centros de Servicio Autorizados visitando nuestro sitio en la red

mundial, en la dirección www.ryobitools.com or by calling 1-800-860-4050.

• cÓMO ObteNer serviciO O asisteNcia tÉcNica aL cONsUMiDOr:

Para obtener Servicio o Asistencia Técnica al Consumidor, sírvase comunicarse con

nosotros llamando al 1-800-860-4050.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION / MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

40 VOLT HEDGE TRIMMER

TAILLE-HAIES 40 V / PODADORA DE SETOS DE 40 V

RY40601

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING:

This product and substances that may

become airborne from its use may con-

tain chemicals, including lead, known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling. Wash hands

after handling.

RYOBI is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited

and is used pursuant to a license granted by

Ryobi Limited.

RYOBI est une marque déposée de RYOBI Limited

et est utilisée en vertu d’une licence accordée

par Ryobi Limited.

RYOBI es una marca registrada de Ryobi Limited

y se utiliza conforme a una licencia otorgada por

Ryobi Limited.

PROPOSITION 65 DE LA

CALIFORNIE

AVERTISSEMENT :

Ce produit et les autres substances

rejetées dans l’air suite à son utilisation

peuvent contenir des produits

chimiques, notamment du plomb qui,

selon l’État de la Californie, peuvent

causer le cancer, des anomalies

congénitales et d’autres dommages au

système reproducteur. Bien se laver

les mains après toute manipulation.

CALIFORNIA - PROPUESTA DE

Ley NÚM. 65

ADVERTENCIA:

Este producto y las sustancias que

puedan llegar a ser aerotransportadas

por su uso pueden contener sustancias

químicas (incluido el plomo) reconocidas

por el estado de California como

causantes de cáncer, defectos

congénitos y otras afecciones del

aparato reproductor. Lávese las manos

después de utilizar el aparato.

TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.

1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 USA

1-800-860-4050 • www.ryobitools.com

A subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co., Ltd. • OTC: TTNDY

RY40601

Ce soufflante a été conçu et fabriqué conformément à nos strictes

normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité d’utilisation.

Correctement entretenu, cet outil vous donnera des années de

fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.

AVERTISSEMENT :

Pour réduire les risques de blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et

veiller à bien comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant d’employer

ce produit.

Merci de votre achat.

Su sopladora ha sido diseñado y fabricado de conformidad con

nuestras estrictas normas para brindar fiabilidad, facilidad de uso

y seguridad para el operador. Con el debido cuidado, le brindará

muchos años de sólido funcionamiento y sin problemas.

ADVERTENCIA:

Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y

comprender el manual del operador antes de usar este producto.

Le agradecemos su compra.

CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR

FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE

GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA

FUTURAS CONSULTAS

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Your blower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator

safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s

manual before using this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

40 VOLT BLOWER

SOUFFLANTE 40 V

SOPLADORA DE 40 V

RY40403

ii

Fig. 1

A - Blower tube (tube de soufflante, tubo de la sopladora)

B - Blower housing outlet (prise de boîtier de soufflante, salida del

alojamiento de la sopladora)

C - Switch trigger (gâchette, gatillo)

See this fold-out section for all of the figures

referenced in the operator’s manual.

Consulter l’encart à volets afin d’examiner toutes les figures

mentionnées dans le manuel d’utilisation.

Consulte esta sección desplegable para ver todas las figuras

a las que se hace referencia en el manual del operador.

A

D

B

C

D - Turbo boost button (bouton de suralimentation, botón de la alimentación

turbo)

E - Air inlet port (orifice d’entrée d’air, conexión de entrada de aire

E

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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should

always be followed, including the following:

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS BLOWER. To reduce the risk of

electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

Know your power blower. Read operator’s manual

carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as

well as the specific potential hazards related to this

blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric

shock, fire, or serious injury.

Do not permit children to use blower. It is not a toy.

Close attention is necessary when used near children.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the

manufacturer for your model described in this manual.

Accessories that may be suitable for one blower may

create a risk of injury when used on another blower. Use

only as described in this manual.

 Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and

charger terminals with wet hands.

 Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with

any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and

anything that may reduce air flow.

 Do not charge the unit outdoors.

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body

away from openings and moving parts.

Turn off all controls before removing battery.

 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs or steps.

Do not operate blowers in explosive atmospheres,

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,

or dust. Blowers create sparks which may ignite the dust

or fumes.

Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered

benches and dark areas invite accidents.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors at least 50 ft.

away while operating a blower. Distractions can cause

you to lose control.

A battery operated blower with integral batteries or

a separate battery pack must be recharged only with

the specified charger for the battery. A charger that

may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk

of fire when used with another battery.

Use battery operated blower only with specifically

designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries

may create a risk of fire.

Use only with charger listed. For use with 40V lithium-ion

battery packs, see tool/appliance/battery pack/charger

correlation supplement 988000-842.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

 Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug,

which could cause shorting and electric shock. If

damaged, have the charger replaced by an authorized

service center.

 If appliance is not working as it should, has been

dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into

water, return it to a service center.

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power blower. Do

not use blower while tired, upset, or under the influ-

ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of

inattention while operating blowers may result in serious

personal injury.

Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent en-

tanglement in moving parts.

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the

locked or off position before inserting battery pack.

Carrying blowers with your finger on the switch or inserting

the battery pack into a blower with the switch on invites

accidents.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long

hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn

into air vents.

Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable

support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better

control of the blower in unexpected situations.

Do not use blower if switch does not turn it on or off.

A blower that cannot be controlled with the switch is

dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect battery pack from blower or place the

switch in the locked or off position before making

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing

the blower. Such preventive safety measures reduce the

risk of starting the blower accidentally.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from

other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails,

screws, or other small metal objects that can make

a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting

the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns,

or a fire.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts, and any other condition that may

affect the blower’s operation. If damaged, have the

blower serviced before using. Many accidents are

caused by poorly maintained blowers.

Keep the blower and its handle dry, clean and free

from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when

cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-

based products, or any strong solvents to clean your

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of

control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

Always wear safety glasses with side shields.

Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They

are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce

the risk of eye injury.

 Always wear eye protection with side shields marked

to comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protec-

tion when operating this equipment.

Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the

operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the

risk of serious personal injury.

Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during

extended periods of operation. Following this rule will

reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

Battery blowers do not have to be plugged into an

electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operat-

ing condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not

using your battery powered blower or when changing

accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of

electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

 Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from

the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs,

flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek

medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause

irritation or burns.

 Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is dam-

aged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may

exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion

or risk of injury.

 Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or

excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature

above 265°F may cause explosion.

 Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the

battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature

range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly

or at temperatures outside of the specified range may

damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

 Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the

battery pack except as indicated in the instructions

for use and care.

Do not place battery powered blowers or their batteries

near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion

and possibly injury.

Don’t expose blowers to rain or wet conditions. Water

entering a blower will increase the risk of electric shock.

Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves.

Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in

moving parts of the machine or its motor.

Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when

wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear

protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve

your footing on slippery surfaces.

Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.

Overreaching can result in loss of balance.

Check the work area before each use. Remove all

objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string

which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.

Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of

people or pets.

Never run the unit without the proper equipment at-

tached. Always ensure the blower tubes are installed.

When not in use, blower should be stored indoors in

a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children.

Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.

Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft.

away.

Do not dispose of a severely damaged or worn out

battery pack or this blower by incinerating. The battery

can explode in fire.

Blower service must be performed only by qualified

repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by

unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.

When servicing a blower, use only identical replace-

ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance sec-

tion of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure

to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of

shock or injury.

Never use blower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes,

bar becue pits, etc. Use near fires or ashes can spread

fires and result in serious injury and/or property damage.

Never use blower to spread chemicals, fertilizers, or

any other toxic substances. Spreading these substances

could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Never place blower on any surface, except a hard,

clean surface when motor is running. Gravel, sand,

and other debris can be picked up by the air inlet and

thrown at the operator or bystanders, causing possible

serious injuries.



For household use only.



Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you

loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER:

Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury.

WARNING:

Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

CAUTION:

Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderate injury.

NOTICE:

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but

not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).

SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter-

pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read Operator’s Manual

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s

manual before using this product.

Eye and Hearing Protection

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply

with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protection when operating

this equipment.

Impeller Blades Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury.

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.

Long Hair

Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet could result in

personal injury.

Blower Tube Do not operate without tube in place.

Loose Clothing

Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake

could result in personal injury.

Ricochet

Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property

damage.

Recycle Symbol

This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal

laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your

local waste authority for information regarding available recycling

and/or disposal options.

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Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter-

pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

V Volts Voltage

min Minutes Time

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

n

o

No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Motor ..................................................................................................................................................................... 40 Volts DC

Air Velocity

MPH ................................................................................................................................................................................ 110

CFM ................................................................................................................................................................................480

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR BLOWER

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of

the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as

well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before

use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating

features and safety rules.

BLOWER TUBE

The blower tube can be installed on the blower without

using any tools.

OVERMOLD HANDLE

Ergonomic handle with overmold improves comfort and grip.

TURBO BOOST

The turbo boost feature temporarily increases air flow to

maximum velocity.

SYMBOLS

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UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

 Carefully remove the product and any accessories from

the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list

are included.

WARNING:

Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List

are already assembled to your product when you unpack

it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by

the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use

of a product that may have been improperly assembled

could result in serious personal injury.

 Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage

or damage occurred during shipping.

 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-

fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-800-860-4050 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Blower

Blower Tube

Operator’s Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this

product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product

with damaged or missing parts could result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-

sories not recommended for use with this blower. Any

such alteration or modification is misuse and could result

in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious

personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the

tool when assembling parts.

ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBE

See Figure 2.

 With the logo area facing up, slide the blower tube over

the outlet on the blower housing.

 Press down on the tab on the blower housing outlet.

 Push tube on the blower housing outlet until tab locks

into place through the slot in the blower tube.

 To remove the blower tube, push tab down and slide tube

off.

ASSEMBLY

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WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with products to make you care-

less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is

sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.

Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into

your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-

mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of

attachments or accessories not recommended can result

in serious personal injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this product for the purposes listed below:

Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn

Keeping decks and driveways free from grass clippings,

leaves, pine needles, and other debris

This product will accept Ryobi 40 V lithium-ion battery packs.

For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s

Manuals for your Ryobi battery pack and charger models.

BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES

Ryobi lithium-ion batteries are designed with features that

protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize battery life.

If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset and

resume operation. If the tool still does not work, the battery

needs to be recharged.

TO INSTALL/REMOVE BATTERY PACK

See Figure 3.

WARNING:

Always remove battery pack from your tool when you are

assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when

not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent accidental

starting that could cause serious personal injury.

To install:

Place the battery pack in the blower. Align the raised rib

on the battery pack with groove in the blower’s battery

port.

WARNING:

Make sure the latch on the bottom of the battery pack

snaps in place and the battery pack is fully seated and

secure in the blower battery port before beginning opera-

tion. Failure to securely seat the battery pack could cause

the battery pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal

injury.

NOTICE:

When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib

on battery pack aligns with the bottom of the tool and

latches into place properly. Improper installation of the

battery pack can cause damage to internal components.

To remove:

Locate the latch on the bottom of the battery pack and

depress to release the battery pack from the blower.

WARNING:

Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore,

switch should always be in the OFF position when not in

use or carrying at your side. Remove battery pack when

transporting or carrying blower to avoid accidental start-

ing, which could result in serious injury.

STARTING/STOPPING THE BLOWER

See Figure 4.

 To start the blower, depress the switch trigger.

 To stop the blower, release the switch trigger.

TURBO BOOST

See Figure 4.

 While the switch trigger is depressed, press the turbo

boost to increase the air flow to the maximum velocity.

NOTE: The blower will return to the previously selected

speed when the button is released.

OPERATING THE BLOWER

See Figure 5.

 To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer

edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center

of a pile.

OPERATION

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WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause

product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.

Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into

your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the bat-

tery pack from the product when cleaning or performing

any maintenance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most

plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of

commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use

clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-

based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact

with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or

destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.

Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be

repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should

be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.

STORAGE

 Clean all foreign material from the blower.

 Store indoors in a secure place that is inaccessible to

children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden

chemicals and de-icing salts.

 Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.

BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND

PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING

WARNING:

Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with

heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or

disassemble battery pack or remove any of its compo-

nents. Lithium-ion and nickel-cadmium batteries must

be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch

both terminals with metal objects and/or body parts as

short circuit may result. Keep away from children. Failure

to comply with these warnings could result in fire and/

or serious injury.

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

 To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of

equipment used at any one time.

 Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.

In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water

is available.

 Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses

for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such

as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.

 Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly

washed cars, and blow debris safely away.

 After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP!

Dispose of debris properly.

WARNING:

Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore,

switch should always be in the OFF position when not in

use or carrying at your side.

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